Computer Science
Bachelor's degree · Southern Methodist University · Dallas, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Computer Science at Southern Methodist University earn a median of $93,679 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $107,009 four years after graduating (middle half: $74,830–$152,038). Median debt is $25,625, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Computer Science (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| West Texas A & M University Canyon | $88,391 | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $86,084 | $20,395 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $84,759 | $17,899 |
| Baylor University Waco | $82,714 | $27,000 |
| Saint Edward's University Austin | $76,093 | $26,000 |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $70,906 | $22,842 |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston | $65,857 | $16,915 |
| Austin College Sherman | $35,462 | — |
Other programs at Southern Methodist University
- Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$135,130 - Computer EngineeringMaster's degree
$130,488 - Information Science/StudiesMaster's degree
$127,788 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesMaster's degree
$126,888 - Manufacturing EngineeringMaster's degree
$115,893 - Systems EngineeringMaster's degree
$115,443 - Real EstateMaster's degree
$113,369 - Engineering-Related FieldsMaster's degree
$111,319 - Entrepreneurial and Small Business OperationsMaster's degree
$109,531 - Educational Administration and SupervisionDoctoral degree
$106,889 - LawFirst professional degree
$101,456 - MarketingMaster's degree
$99,698 - Management Sciences and Quantitative MethodsMaster's degree
$87,906 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$83,159 - Applied MathematicsMaster's degree
$80,690 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$79,280 - Legal Research and Advanced Professional StudiesMaster's degree
$78,515 - StatisticsBachelor's degree
$76,759 - MathematicsBachelor's degree
$74,516 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$74,035
Frequently asked questions
How much do Computer Science graduates from Southern Methodist University make?
The median salary is $93,679 one year after graduation and $116,586 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,625.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.